Shashank Mehrotra
Assistant Professor
Department of Occupational Therapy
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- BOT Teaching Faculty
- I BOT Class Coordinator
- Clinical Staff- Community Practice in Occupational Therapy and Oncology
- Interns and PG Clinical Supervisor (Community Practice)
- In-charge for Department Library
Shashank Mehrotra is an Assistant Professor in Department of Occupational Therapy, Manipal College of Health Professions , Manipal.
He is:
SUBJECTS CURRENTLY TEACHING
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Biomechanics and Kinesiology | II BOT |
| Occupational Performance: Personal and Contextual Factors | II BOT |
| Occupational Therapy in Rehabilitation | III BOT |
| Occupational Therapy in Community Practice | IV BOT |
| Occupational Therapy Practice Issues | IV BOT |
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masters of Occupational Therapy | Neuro-Rehabilitation | SOAHS, Manipal Academy of Higher Education. | 2015 |
| Bachelors of Occupational Therapy | SOAHS, Manipal Academy of Higher Education. | 2013 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCHP, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | BOT Teaching, Clinical teaching, Research | August 2015- Till Date |
Meeting community needs through collaborative partnerships: A case study of a novel awareness program for learning disability using creative art forms
2017-01-12 Sebestina Anita Dsouza
This publication was part of project named “ASHA: An awareness program for learning disability” which was financially supported by Lions and Lioness Club, Manipal, Udupi. Role (Principle investigator/Co-Investigator): Principal Investigator Publications (If any): Title, Journal. Year Month; Volume (Issue): Page No. Meeting community needs through collaborative partnerships: A case study of a novel awareness program for learning disability using creative art forms, World Federation of Occupational Therapists Bulletin, 2017 April, 73:2, 125-127, DOI: 10.1080/14473828.2017.1308085 Research period: January 2016- February 2017 (The project was carried out at different timelines in community). Description (Funding description if any): This publication was part of project named “ASHA: An awareness program for learning disability” which was financially supported by Lions and Lioness Club, Manipal, Udupi.
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
Area of Interest
Basic and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, Neuro-rehabilitation, Geriatrics and Gerontology, Hand Splinting, Functional Competency.
Area of Expertise
Stroke Rehabilitation, Balance and Vestibular training, Upper-limb and Functional Mobility retraining in neurological disorders, Cumulative Trauma Disorders, Community Practice.
Area of Research
ADL & IADL related assessments and interventions, Stroke rehabilitation, Maximizing functional abilities in people with Cumulative Trauma disorders, Active Ageing among older adults.
Professional Affiliations & Contributions
- Life Member of All India Occupational Therapy Associations (AIOTA).
- Member of Academic Council of Occupational Therapy (ACOT).
Meeting community needs through collaborative partnerships: A case study of a novel awareness program for learning disability using creative art forms.
2017-01-12 Sebestina Anita Dsouza
Learning disability (LD) is a prevalent problem among Indian children. Due to poor awareness among teachers and parents, children with LD face many challenges in school that adversely affect their self-confidence and career prospects. The present case study describes a novel community-based awareness program for LD. Occupational therapy students performed street plays, a culturally relevant art form in public places and schools, depicting the symptoms of LD, effect on the child and family and management. The program also involved a pilot workshop for 20 primary school teachers emphasizing on early signs and symptoms, their critical role in early identification during the formative years of a child, behavioral issues and management strategies. The program required engagement of key stakeholders, namely the university, healthcare team, district education department, schools, civic authorities and philanthropists in the community. It demonstrates how occupational therapists could liaison and develop creative partnerships to serve community needs. World Federation of Occupational Therapists Bulletin, 73(2), 125-127. DOI: 10.1080/14473828.2017.1308085
Self-management Skills for Occupational Therapists.
2017-01-12 Sebestina Anita Dsouza
Mehrotra, S., & Dsouza, S. (2017). Self-management Skills for Occupational Therapists. In Dsouza. S. A., Galvaan. R., Ramugondo. E. L. (Eds.), Concepts in Occupational Therapy: Understanding Southern Perspectives (368-384) Manipal. Manipal University Press.
Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living in patients with Schizophrenia: A Scoping Review of Occupational Therapy Literature
2017-01-08 Karyn Medonza Farzana Palathingal Sumit Prasad
The objective of this study was to identify existing occupational therapy literature related to ADL and IADL in people with schizophrenia.